Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Alfredo

Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Alfredo

This slow cooker chicken alfredo recipe is creamy and rich. The addition of cajun seasoning adds flavor and depth to this Italian classic. You can make this alfredo sauce from scratch with just a few ingredients you probably already have in your fridge. This dish is perfect for eating homemade chicken alfredo pasta without leaving your house.

Prepare the slow cooker liner with nonstick cooking spray.

Place chicken breast into the bottom of the slow cooker.

Pour the chicken stock over the chicken.

Sprinkle the chicken with garlic powder, cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

Cut the cream cheese into cubes and place over the top of the chicken.

Top the cream cheese with the diced bell pepper.

Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 2 to 3 hours or low for 4 to 5 hours.

Carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker.

Cut into slices, shred, or cube.

Whisk the remaining contents of the slow cooker until the cream cheese is blended with the juices.

To the slow cooker, add the warmed heavy cream and cheeses.

Stir in the cheeses and continue stirring until melted.

Sprinkle the sauce with xanthan gum and stir to combine.

The xanthan gum will thicken slightly and then continue to thicken as the sauce begins to cool.

If desired, return the chicken to the slow cooker.

Serve the chicken and sauce over zoodles for a low carb option or over regular fettuccine noodles.

Crockpot chicken alfredo is easily adaptable to fit your personal tastes and preferences. You can add vegetables, different meat, or change the cooking method.

• Add some veggies like frozen peas, asparagus, spinach, or mushrooms.
• Sear the chicken breasts before adding them to the slow cooker to add that caramelized flavor to the dish.
• Swap out the xanthan gum with a slurry of cornstarch and water if you don’t have xanthan gum.
• Turn this crockpot dish into instant pot chicken alfredo by using the pressure cooker. This is beneficial if you forget to start the dish a few hours before dinner.
• Exchange the chicken for shrimp, steak, or sliced sausages.

Slow cooker cajun chicken alfredo is delicious served over pasta or rice. Here are some side dishes that pair with it as well.

Roasted brussel sprouts with bacon, oven roasted asparagus, sheet pan potatoes and green beans, or roasted broccoli.

To refrigerate: Store leftover cajun chicken alfredo in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.

To reheat: Heat leftovers in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring until it’s warm all the way through.

Freeze: Alfredo sauce doesn’t freeze well since it’s made mostly of dairy ingredients. When thawed, they separate and crystalize. It’s best to make a fresh batch when you want to eat chicken alfredo.

Can you use heavy cream in a slow cooker?

Yes, you can add heavy cream to a crockpot dish for a couple of hours as long as the temperature doesn’t get too hot and it doesn’t cook too long.

Can you put raw chicken in the crockpot?

Yes, it’s fine to cook raw chicken in the crockpot since the slow cooker will bring the temperature to 165 degrees before the safety window closes.

What can I top alfredo sauce with?

Some minced chives or green onions really brighten up this dish and give it a little texture contrast.